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May 2008
January 2 - May 4
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Spanning Centuries: Railroad Bridges of Pennsylvania: For centuries, railroad bridges in the Commonwealth have provided vital links for passenger and freight trains to traverse. Fashioned of iron, steel, stone, wood and concrete, these spans have famous names like Tunkhannock, Starrucca, Rockville and Kinzua. Through historic photographs, blueprints, artifacts and video clips, this exhibit portrays the engineering marvels and forces of nature that defined and defied these famous, as well as the many lesser known, railroad bridges in Pennsylvania. Included in the regular Museum admission. More information on this location May 13
Village Greens Miniature Golf
Mother's Day Special - Treat your Mom to a $2.50 game of golf!* Free face painting for the children, sidewalk chalk Mother's day cards, live musical entertainment and hole in one prizes! *Moms are $2.50 when accompanied by regular paid admission. More information on this location May 17 - December 31
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
The Railroad Art of Ted Rose - A Retrospective - The beauty and nobility of railroads are vividly illustrated in this exhibit of the impressive watercolor paintings and remarkable photographs of the late artist Ted Rose. Railroads were a favorite subject for Rose and he depicted them, their people and varied settings through expressive colors and unique and compelling compositions. Ted Rose is probably best known on a national level for the five wonderful paintings he created in 1999 for the U. S. Postal Service's All Aboard stamp series. Included in the regular Museum admission. More information on this location May 23 - May 25
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Walt Disney's Backyard Railroad - Walt Disney always loved trains and he was one of America's greatest railroad fans, preserving real steam railroading at Disney theme parks throughout the world. Members of the Carolwood Pacific Historical Society, including nationally-recognized Disney authority Michael Broggie (son of Disney's first Imagineer Roger Broggie) will treat Museum visitors to a personal glimpse of this man who loved trains and the legends that surrounded him. Take a ride on a miniature train, delight in fun Disney film clips, photographs and memorabilia and take advantage of activities and surprises the entire family will enjoy. Included in the regular Museum admission. More information on this location May 26 - June 30
Cherry Crest Farms
Farm Baby Days at Cherry-Crest Farm. Meet the spring babies from the farm. A different farm baby animal each Saturday. Lots of other activities as well, including our brand new jumping pillow. Open Saturdays from 12 - 4:30. See www.cherrycrestfarm.com for more details! More information on this location May 28
Village Greens Miniature Golf
Memorial Day Veteran's Special - Veterans are admitted for a $2.50 game of golf when accompanied by a regular paid admission. Please show your ID card. More information on this location May 30 - June 1
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Railroad "Pennsy Days" - Discover the rich heritage of the famous Pennsylvania Railroad, the "Standard Railroad of the World." Noted railroad artists, photographers and authors display and sell their works. Special presentations, operating layouts, memorabilia and tours of "Pennsy" equipment are featured. Included in the regular Museum admission. More information on this location |
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